Regional planning districts-child deaths

Why This Indicator Matters

Once a child survives the first year of life mortality drops sharply. Child deaths are the number of deaths from all causes per 100,000 children ages 1-14 years. The rate is a reflection of the physical, mental and emotional health of children. Motor vehicle crashes are a significant cause of child deaths in South Dakota.

Why This Indicator Matters

Once a child survives the first year of life mortality drops sharply. Child deaths are the number of deaths from all causes per 100,000 children ages 1-14 years. The rate is a reflection of the physical, mental and emotional health of children. Motor vehicle crashes are a significant cause of child deaths in South Dakota.

The South Dakota KIDS COUNT Project provides a broad picture of how the South Dakota children are doing and provide parents, policymakers, advocates and others interested in the well-being of children with information they need to make informed decisions about policies and programs for children and families.